How social stress affects young adults' ability to quit smoking
The Impact of Social-Contextual Stressors on Psychopharmacological Mechanisms of Smoking Cessation and Relapse among Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Young Adults who Smoke Cigarettes
This study looks at how everyday stress from money and social situations makes it harder for young adults with limited resources to quit smoking and stay smoke-free, so we can better understand their challenges and help them succeed in quitting.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10949742 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how social and contextual stressors impact the ability of socioeconomically disadvantaged young adults to quit smoking and avoid relapse. By combining qualitative interviews with real-time assessments of daily stressors, the study aims to uncover the specific challenges these individuals face in their smoking cessation efforts. The goal is to provide a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of young adults who smoke, particularly how financial and social pressures influence their motivation and success in quitting. This approach seeks to gather empirical evidence that can inform better support strategies for this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are socioeconomically disadvantaged young adults aged 21 and older who currently smoke cigarettes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not socioeconomically disadvantaged or those who do not smoke may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective smoking cessation programs tailored to the unique challenges faced by socioeconomically disadvantaged young adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding social determinants can significantly improve smoking cessation outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bello, Mariel Seanne Mercado — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Bello, Mariel Seanne Mercado
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.